Massapequa High School is a public high school located in Massapequa, in Nassau County, on Long Island, in New York, United States. The Main Campus serves students in grades 10 through 12, while the separate Ames Campus serves 9th grade students.
Serving 1,407 students in grades 9-12, Massapequa High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 96% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 97% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Massapequa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Massapequa High School's student population of 1,407 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 133 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,407 students
Total Classroom Teachers
133 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Once A Chief, Always A Chief
School Rankings
Massapequa High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Massapequa High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#149 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
7%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
88%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Massapequa High School's ranking?
Massapequa High School is ranked #149 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
96% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Massapequa High School?
The graduation rate of Massapequa High School is 99%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Massapequa High School?
1,407 students attend Massapequa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Massapequa High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Massapequa High School?
Massapequa High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Massapequa High School offer ?
Massapequa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Massapequa High School part of?
Massapequa High School is part of Massapequa Union Free School District.
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